World Diabetes Day Run
Cost:
£23.50 - Affiliated
£25.50 - Unattached
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All profits from this run will be donated to Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) a charity set up to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes. By entering this event you will be helping fund the amazing work they carry out.
Date: Friday 14th November 2025
Registration: from 08:30am
Race start: 9:30am
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Location: Stanley Park, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9EQ
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World Diabetes Day is a global awareness campaign focusing on diabetes. The day marks the birthday of Frederick Banting, who is noted as the co-discoverer of insulin.
2 members of our team are type 1 diabetics and so have to rely on insulin injections several times a day.
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Course: 3.1 mile mile loop - flat tarmac path with a short section on gravel path.
Complete as many or as few laps as you wish within the 6 hour time limit.
For those wanting to go for long distances, a 1/2 marathon complete 4 laps + short out & back, marathon 8 laps + short out & back and ultra 9+ laps.
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As long as you complete one lap then you will be a finisher and receive an official time and post race gift.
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We will keep you going with drinks as well as sweet and savoury snacks.
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All finishers will receive a bespoke medal.
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Age restrictions:
18-19 max distance marathon
over 20 no max distance
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Trail running Association Race Permit Number: TBA
Link to map of course:-
https://onthegomap.com/s/rrhvi6f7
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